SIG Topic: OCD and Eating Disorders

Presenter:  Tanya Abughazaleh, Psy.D.

Eating disorders and OCD may share similar characteristics.  Therefore, in order to differentiate between the disorders and make the correct diagnosis, clinicians must closely examine the functions of the behaviors.  This SIG will assist clinicians in gaining a general understanding of current literature regarding these diagnoses and will provide a general introduction to treatment. 

About Tanya Abughazaleh, Psy.D.

Dr. Tanya Abughazaleh earned her bachelor’s degree at Dominican University of California in Psychology and continued her education after working with children on the spectrum. She earned her doctorate and master’s degrees in Clinical Psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Los Angeles campus. She completed her internship at Pennsylvania Counseling Services in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. During her internship, she conducted psychological assessments, treated patients with a spectrum of disorders, enhanced her skills in providing telehealth services, and provided supervision to master level students. Additionally, she has also had past experience working in the pediatric oncology department conducting intellectual assessments and providing individual therapy while integrating multiple disciplines across various treatment settings such as schools, hospitals, and community health clinics. Dr. Abughazaleh trained at the Renewed Freedom Center as a pre-doctoral intern in 2018 – 2019, and has extensive experience treating adults and children diagnosed with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and related anxiety disorders. She utilizes a generalist approach with an emphasis in CBT, tailoring treatment to each individual.

Location:  The meeting will be held via Zoom platform.

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